We arrived in Santiago in time for the daily Pilgrim Mass and as we were going into the church ran into the first people (Larry and Bette) whom we had dinner with in St. Jean Pied de Port! We were so happy to see them because we knew that she had had a terrible time with her knees on the "downs" early on in the walk. We had been thinking of them and didn't have their contact information, so it was a happy reunion.
At the Mass, we found Jenni and Sue, our New Zealand friends and the six of us went to lunch. It was so great to reconnect with everyone - we all spent the first night at Orisson together.
I enjoyed the conversation about what was the best part of the Camino, what we learned, what we are taking back with us. Very appreciative and thoughtful people. There was general appreciation for all the volunteers and Spaniards who support the pilgrims on the Camino, and appreciation for the little things in life, like a hook to hang clean clothes on when we take showers. It was fun.
After settling in again, we walked around the city and visited a park that a waiter had recommended that overlooked the Cathedral - great view!
My angel card today was 'patience' and I love the reminder. I am often hasty to act or judge and one of the things I've had to do on the Camino is be patient. I can always use more - both with myself and with others.
John reported that they had Hildy sitting in a chair for a few minutes today and both boys are there. She can smile and is squeezing John's hand with great effort. She is relearning a lot. We know her recovery will take some time.
So wonderful to reconnect with your Camino friends. I keep talking about your photos - they are so good at depicting where you are and even what you're feeling. Happy to hear about Hildy.
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